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Contents Contents 1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.1 Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2.1 What exactly is dLAN? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 5 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 5.1 Bandwidth optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 5.2 Important safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 5.3 Disposal of old devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface 4 1 Preface 1.1 Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product. The dLAN 200 AVsmart+ allows you to set up your own home network with almost no effort. Because the clever dLAN technology transmits the data over the household electrical wiring, you do not have to lay any new cables. You do not even have to do without an electrical socket, as the dLAN 200 AVsmart+ provides an integrated socket to which you can connect your terminal devices or multiple sockets as usual.
5 Preface If you have any further ideas or suggestions related to our products, we would be delighted to hear from you at support@devolo.com! devolo on the Internet For detailed information on our products, visit www.devolo.com. The Service Centre area not only contains product descriptions and documentation, but also updates of devolo software and your device's firmware.
Introduction 6 2 Introduction dLAN is an intelligent, secure technology that lets you set up a home network easily, quickly and economically via your household electrical wiring, without the need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling.
7 Introduction 2.1 What exactly is dLAN? dLAN (direct Local Area Network) uses the household power grid to transfer data between computers equipped with suitable adapters and other network components. As a result, any power outlet can be used as a network access point. The data is modulated prior to transfer and sent as a signal via household power lines. State-of-the-art technology ensures that the power and data networks do not interfere with one another. Networking via dLAN is fast and secure.
Introduction 8 A dLAN adapter connected to a computer can only go into power saving mode if the network card of the switched-off computer is also inactive. If you are using a network card that remains active even when the computer is switched off, we recommend connecting the computer to an on/off switch using a multiple socket so that both the computer and the integrated network card are de-energised. 쎲 쎲 쎲 쎲 2.
9 Introduction 2.4 Sample applications Internet standalone solution (Fig. 1) Extending Internet over the electrical wiring Fig.
Introduction 10 Networking two computers (Fig. 2) Fig. 2 Distributed Internet access solution (Fig. 3) Networking HD television and computer; extending online gaming via the power line. Fig.
11 Introduction devolo dLAN 200 AVsmart+
Initial use 12 3 Initial use troduce the included devolo software and then guide you through its installation. This chapter covers everything you need to know to set up your dLAN 200 AVsmart+. It will explain connecting the device and its functions.
13 Initial use 3.1 Package contents Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning with the installation of your dLAN 200 AVsmart+.
Initial use 14 Please note that dLAN devices such as the devolo dLAN duo (14 Mbps) and devolo dLAN Highspeed Ethernet II (85 Mbps) can be used on the same household electrical wiring as dLAN 200 AV devices (200 Mbps) without interference, but they will not be able to communicate directly with one another. Hence, to set up a dLAN 200 AV network, you need two dLAN 200 AV devices (200 Mbps). More valuable information about dLAN or dLAN 200 AV is available in the Service Centre section of our website at www.
15 Initial use Adapter icon for dLAN 200 AVsmart+ (always the device itself) Wireless device Multimedia device Connected dLAN 200 AV device Connected dLAN 200 AV device USB device Power dLAN The centre adapter icon always refers to the respective device itself, while the adapter icons on the left and right in the dLAN 200 AV network symbolise connected devices. The dLAN screen can display up to 9 dLAN 200 AV devices (itself + 8 connected) total.
Initial use 16 The numbering is maintained even if a dLAN 200 AV device is removed from the network (e.g. to change the power outlet). When the device is plugged back in, it is detected with the same number—as long as the encryption password has not been changed. For more information about "Encryption," refer to chapter 4 Security in the dLAN.
17 Initial use Overview of icons and their functions Power: Lit steady if the dLAN 200 AVsmart+ is ready to operate; flashes if the dLAN 200 AVsmart+ is in standby mode. Test screen dLAN: Lit steady when a dLAN connection exists; flashes when data is being transmitted in the dLAN network. After the device is plugged into the power outlet, the dLAN screen generates a test screen in which all icons appear briefly.
Initial use 18 3.3.2 Network connection Connect the dLAN 200 AVsmart+ to a computer or another network device with the network cable (included). 3.3.3 Integrated electrical socket If you connect additional network devices using a multiple socket, plug this multiple socket into the electrical socket of the dLAN 200 AVsmart+. The integrated mains filter eliminates any noise of connected devices and significantly improves data transmission in the home network. 3.3.
19 Initial use 햲 Use the included network cable to connect the dLAN 200 AVsmart+ to the network port of your running computer or other network device. 햳 Plug the dLAN 200 AVsmart+ into a wall socket. 햴 Additional network devices that are connected via a multiple socket are connected to the mains power supply by plugging the multiple socket into the integrated electrical socket of the dLAN 200 AVsmart+.
Initial use 20 To install the software, insert the included CD-ROM in the CD drive of your computer. If autoplay is installed on your computer, the installation will start automatically. Otherwise, open the folder with the Windows Explorer by right-clicking on Start and selecting Explorer from the context menu. Double-click to start the installation wizard manually. 3.5.2 Software for Mac OS X The software mac folder contains the dLAN configuration software. 3.5.
21 Initial use devolo dLAN 200 AVsmart+
Security in the dLAN 22 4 Security in the dLAN Data communication via the household electrical wiring is encrypted to ensure the privacy of your dLAN 200 AV network. The following section describes data encryption options—either using the encryption button or the dLAN Configuration Wizard.
23 Security in the dLAN Fig.
Security in the dLAN 24 Expanding an existing dLAN 200 AV network by adding a new dLAN 200 AVsmart+ (Fig. 6) encryption button (approx. one second) of your new dLAN 200 AVsmart+ within two minutes. If you have already secured your existing dLAN 200 AV network using the encryption button, use the same method to integrate further adapters. Once you have successfully connected the new dLAN 200 AVsmart+, first press the encryption button (approx.
25 Security in the dLAN Removing a dLAN 200 AVsmart+ from a network (Fig. 7) To remove a dLAN 200 AVsmart+ adapter from an existing network, press its encryption button for at least ten seconds. The device will be assigned a new randomly generated password and will thus no longer be able to access the network. To integrate the device into a different dLAN 200 AV network, follow the steps described above, depending on whether you are setting up a new network or adding the adapter to an existing one. Fig.
Security in the dLAN 26 4.2 Encrypting the dLAN 200 AV network with the dLAN Configuration Wizard When using other dLAN 200 AV devices (without encryption button), data encryption can only be set up using the dLAN Configuration Wizard. Start by updating the firmware (see 3.4.1 Firmware update) of the dLAN 200 AV adapters.
27 Security in the dLAN Fig. 8 You can choose between your own password, a random password and the default password. To define your own password with a length of at least eight characters, enter this into the Network password (min. 8 characters) text field. Alternatively, you can have a randomly selected, highly secure password assigned using the Random password button. Pressing the Default password key resets the password of the dLAN adapter to the factory setting.
Security in the dLAN 28 dLAN devices in your network in order to form a closed dLAN network. Fig. 9 You will need the 16-character Security IDs of the various adapters from the label on the housing. password Enter the code without hyphens in the 4 text boxes and confirm by clicking Define password. If a security ID is correct and the device is reachable in the dLAN, the device is added to the list of already configured adapters.
29 Security in the dLAN enter the devices again. However, if the random password was used to encrypt the network during the last installation, if you want to integrate a new adapter into the network, you must re-register all previously entered dLAN adapters using the security ID. Once you have entered the security IDs of your dLAN adapters, your dLAN network is complete.
Appendix 30 5 Appendix For the permitted voltage range for operating the device and the power consumption, refer to the label on the rear side of the device. For the CE declaration for this product, refer to the accompanying product CD under CE. Additional technical information is available in the download area at www.devolo.com. 5.
31 Appendix 쎲 Never set up the device near a heater or radiator. 쎲 The device should be located only where sufficient ventilation can be ensured. 쎲 Disconnect the device from the power supply grid before cleaning. Use a moist towel to clean the device. Never use water, paint thinner, benzene, alcohol or other strong cleaning agents when cleaning the device, as these could damage the case. 쎲 Never use the device with a power supply that does not meet the specifications provided on the rating plate.
Appendix 32 5.3 Disposal of old devices 5.4 Warranty conditions The icon with crossed-out wastebasket on the device means that this adapter is an electrical or electronic device that falls within the scope of application of the German Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act. Since 24 March 2006, these types of devices may no longer be disposed of with household waste. Rather, in Germany, they can be given to a municipal collection point free of charge.
33 Appendix 3 Warranty procedure a) If defects appear during the warranty period, the warranty claims must be made immediately, at the latest within a period of 7 days. b) In the case of any externally visible damage arising from transport (e.g. damage to the housing), the person carrying out the transportation and the sender should be informed immediately.
Index Index I AES encryption (128 bit) 4 Icons 17 Integrated electrical socket 18, 30 Integrated mains filter 4 B L Bandwidth optimization 30 LCD display 14 Linux 20 A C CE declaration 30 Connecting the adapter 18 Connection quality 17 M D Network connection 18 Network password 27 Data encryption 22 Default password 27 devolo Informer 29 Disposal of old device 32 Disposal of old devices 32 dLAN 200 AV network 22 dLAN Configuration Wizard 26 dLAN screen 8, 14 E Encryption button 18 F Factory
Index T Test screen 17 U Ubuntu 20 W Wall socket 30 Windows 19 devolo dLAN 200 AVsmart+
